When We Sing! A Choral Movement DVD: Choral DVD

This DVD removes the guesswork from integrating movement into choral performance. Rather than cobbling together ideas from multiple sources, you get polished, tested choreography designed specifically for ten accessible choral titles, all demonstrated clearly by Albrecht and Beck so you can teach staging with confidence in rehearsal.

Watching these ten titles come alive with coordinated movement transforms them from stationary choral performances into engaging theatrical moments. The staging feels natural and purposeful rather than forced, enhancing the personality and story of each piece without overwhelming the singers.

Choir directors at all levels seeking straightforward, practical staging ideas that don't require extensive choreographic experience. Whether you work with young singers, mixed ensembles, or community choirs, this resource offers solutions scaled to fit your needs.

• Break the choreography into small sections during early rehearsals, teaching one phrase of movement alongside its musical phrase so singers internalize the connection between music and motion.
• Pause the DVD frequently to let your choir practice each staging sequence at performance tempo before moving to the next section.
• Adjust the suggested choreography to match your ensemble's size and space; the DVD provides a foundation you can modify for your stage or gymnasium.
• Rehearse movement and singing separately at first, then layer them together only after both are secure.

Use these pieces as anchors for concert programs where movement adds energy and visual interest, particularly effective for holiday concerts, spring shows, or any context where you want to showcase your choir's versatility. The variety of titles means you can build a full program using multiple pieces from this DVD, creating a cohesive aesthetic.

• Coordinating physical movement with sustained singing and breath control
• Responding to visual conducting cues while executing choreography
• Maintaining ensemble uniformity in stage positioning and timing
• Building confidence and stage presence through purposeful movement